With over a decade of experience in the bar industry, I've developed discerning tastes when it comes to classic cocktails. Among them, the Old Fashioned holds a special place, demanding precision in its traditional preparation. Personally, I avoid the use of simple syrup in my Old Fashioneds, preferring to infuse creativity into my cocktail creations through the crafting of unique syrups.
My journey led me to experiment with a Demerara sugar-based syrup that exudes the delightful aroma and flavor reminiscent of snickerdoodles. This exceptional syrup has since become an integral element of my Old Fashioned recipe, a choice I've never regretted.
I'm genuinely excited to share my delectable take on the Old Fashioned with you all, and I sincerely hope you relish this flavorful twist on a timeless classic.
Blood Orange Old Fashioned
Recipe
Ingredients
Yield: 1 drink
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2.5 oz bourbon or rye
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1 slice blood orange
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2 dash Angustura bitters
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2 dash orange bitters
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1/2 oz snickerdoodle syrup
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Expressed orange or lemon peel for garnish
Snickerdoodle syrup
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1 cup Demerara sugar
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1 cup water
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1 tsp nutmeg
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1 tbs cinnamon
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 star anise pod
Instructions
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To make the syrup: place all syrup ingredients into a sauce pan. Bring to a boil and then lower to a simmer for 20 minutes. Let cool and store in an airtight jar
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Add blood orange slice to a rocks glass and muddle
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Add bourbon, bitters, and snickerdoodle syrup.
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Add ice sphere, or carved ice and mix with mixing spoon in glass
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Express a lemon or orange peel over cocktail rimming glass with oils.
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If you are feeling adventurous you can light the expressed oil with a lighter giving the cocktail a smokey citrus finish.
Buen Provecho
